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Developing a Nanotechnology Code of Conduct for European Industry
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(Nanowerk News) The European Nanotechnology Trade Alliance (ENTA) is holding a one day meeting on December 5, 2007, for companies to input into the development of a Nanotechnology Code of Conduct for European Industry (NCoC for European Industry).
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Scope:
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To prevent fragmentation and the proliferation of numerous nanotechnology conduct schemes across Europe, ENTA proposes to implement a “Code for Europe” which will allow companies a role in developing and implementing strategies for the responsible and transparent development of nanotechnologies.
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Agenda:
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Dr. Anna Gergely of Mayer Brown International will summarize the issues currently being reviewed concerning nanotechnology law, regulation and policy in the EU.
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Dr Carolin Kranz of BASF will outline their Nanotechnology Code of Conduct and offer insights from the NanoDialog of the German Environmental Ministry.
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+ other topics that are relevant to encourage discussion
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Discussion:
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Attendees will be invited to share opinions and offer their input to shape the first draft of the NCoC for European Industry. The draft will then be disseminated for consultation.
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Messages:
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The NCoC for European Industry will:
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Be in line with ENTA’s commitment which supports all actions that ensure new nanotechnologies are developed in a safe and responsible manner and its commitment to open communication and dialogue.
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Provide a fair framework that enables the EU to compete effectively on the world stage while supporting innovation.
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| Lend itself to the development of governance tools.
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Attendance is free. To register please send an RSVP to Del Stark at del.stark@euronanotrade.com. Or register at www.euronanotrade.com/news/CodeRegistration.doc
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